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Lemon Butter Salmon

Delicious Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Veggies Tonight

This Lemon Butter Salmon recipe is a quick and easy dinner that combines flaky salmon with crispy veggies, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon (6 oz each) Fresh is best
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter Provides a creamy texture
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice Brightens the dish
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Can substitute with garlic powder
For the Potatoes and Broccoli
  • 1.5 lbs Baby potatoes, halved Sweet potatoes work well as a substitute
  • 5 tablespoons Olive oil Essential for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Gives a mild smokiness
  • 1 lb Broccoli florets Interchangeable with asparagus or green beans
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest Optional for extra flavor
  • Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well coated. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast the potatoes for 20 minutes until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
  4. While the potatoes are roasting, toss broccoli with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. After 20 minutes, add the broccoli to the baking sheet and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes until tender.
  5. In a skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat, then add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Gently place the salmon fillets in the skillet, cooking skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until flaky and cooked through.
  7. Serve the crispy potatoes and broccoli alongside the salmon, drizzling with the lemon butter sauce and garnishing with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the salmon in lemon juice and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking. Avoid overcooking the veggies.

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